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The Building of England : The Architectural History of a Nation (by Simon Thurley) Popular psychology featuring a striking black coverFrom awe inspiring Norman castles, to the homes we live in, Simon Thurley explores how the architecture of this small island influenced the world. The Building of England puts into context the significance of a countrys architectural history and unearths how it is inextricably linked to the cultural past and present. From humble Saxon huts, to soaring gothic cathedrals, through feats of Victorian engineering to the homes we live in today, Simon